August 1-2, 2026
Sat, Aug 1st, 2026 at 1:00 pm
Sat, Aug 1st, 2026 at 3:30 pm
Sun, Aug 2nd, 2026 at 1:00 pm​
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3352 E Foothill Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107
Run time: Approx. 60 mins with no intermission. Presented in English.
Stories by: Eric Carle
Animation by: Illuminated Films
Music by: Julian Nott
Additional music by: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and
Giacomo Puccini
New English lyrics by: Josh Shaw
Family favorite stories. Larger-than-life animation. Live music.
Eric Carle’s colorful world comes to life like never before.
Bring the whole family for a fun, interactive hour of music and storytelling! The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Stories is an early childhood opera adventure through the beloved world of Eric Carle. Five of his most popular tales come to life on stage and screen through animation and live performance, woven together into a musical adventure.
This one-hour experience reimagines Eric Carle's beloved stories as only POP can, pairing larger-than-life, award-winning animation by Illuminated Films on the big screen with live orchestra, narrator, and singers performing playful musical moments inspired by the stories. Designed for children ages 2 and up and their families, this joyful, interactive first introduction to live music and opera takes place in a playful, welcoming setting where little ones are invited to wiggle, giggle, and enjoy. Join us early for kid-friendly activities and crafts.
Watch some of the animation and hear the music from the production!
Plan Your Visit
Venue
Parking
Free parking is available directly behind the theatre at the Sierra Madre Villa Metro Parking Structure, which is located at:
149 N. Halstead St., Pasadena, CA 91107
Metro
Walking Directions from the Metro Parking Structure
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Exit the parking structure at Level 1 on the Sierra Madre Villa Ave side where the elevators are located (see map). Follow the walkway between the apartment complex and the theatre building and you will find ANW on your right.
